1972 Holden Monaro vs. 2004 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1972 Holden Monaro. (116 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1972 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 662 kg more than 1972 Holden Monaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Holden Monaro. (228 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Holden Monaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Holden Monaro | 2004 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Holden | Lincoln |
| Model | Monaro | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2834 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3000 mm |
